Proverbs 17:2
The Scripture
(2) A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Proverbs 17 the chapter contrasts the value of a gentle rebuke with the emptiness of flattery, showing that a sincere correction is more beneficial than empty praise. The text teaches that true wisdom lies in addressing faults with humility and love, while flattery only masks sin and leads to further trouble. The overall theme is that constructive speech, not empty compliments, brings lasting peace and growth.
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